BISFA HANDBOOK 2021-2022 BACK TO INDEX BACK TO INDEX INDEX ATTENDANCE SCHOOL ATTENDANCE WELCOME EARLY DISMISSAL TARDINESS TO SCHOOL Stay Connected TARDINESS TO CLASS PBIS MATRIX WEATHER RELATED CLOSING AND EARLY POLICIES AND DISMISSALS PROCEDURES BISFA BASICS EMERGENCY SAFETY PROCEDURES Mission and Vision ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY FOR PUPIL SERVICES TELECOMMUNICATION BISFA CREED Counseling Center Portable Electronic Communication Background Scheduling Devices in School BISFA Foundation Student Assistance Program (SAP) Chromebook/Textbook/Calculators BISFA Faculty and Staff Transcripts WCPS RESPONSIBLE USE POLICY 2019-20 Important Dates Work Permits WCPS DEVICE COVERAGE CHROMEBOOK Telephone Directory Student Learner’s Permits Student Schedule LIBRARY/MEDIA VISITORS Bell Schedule NURSE PARENT CONFERENCE POLICY Floor Plan and Spaces LUNCH AUDITIONS Probational Policy LOCKERS SCHOOL FUNCTIONS Transportation P.A. ANNOUNCEMENTS FUND RAISING Provision of Service to and From School EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Transportation of Students with Special Permission Approval CODE OF School Bus Riders Rules and Regulations STUDENT AND PARENT School Bus Stop Laws CONDUCT/EXPECTATIONS Parental Responsibilities ALCOHOL, TOBACCO, AND OTHER DRUGS GROUPS Student Bus Discipline SAFETY ISSUES NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Audio and Video Surveillance Cameras Dress Code HELPDESK Change of Address Head Coverings GIRLS WHO CODE Athletics Clothing BOOKCLUB Lost and Found Jewelry and Accessories STUDENT GOVERNMENT Language, Symbols, and Messages ASSOCIATION (SGA) Consequences for Violation of Dress THE ARTS! Harassment KEY CLUB Creative Writing AUDIENCE/PERFORMANCE CODE OF CONDUCT PRIDE CLUB Dance HALL PASS AND IDENTIFICATION BADGE POLICY TRI-M HONOR SOCIETY Instrumental Music ACADEMIC INTEGRITY PARENT SUPPORT GROUPS Theatre Student Discipline Code of Maryland PARENT GUILD Visual Arts Suspensions and Expulsions CITIZENS ADVISORY BOARD Vocal Music Extracurricular Activities In-school Suspension CGDA Photography/Cinematography Out-of-School Suspension CALENDAR Extended Suspension, Alternative August Placement or Expulsion February GRADING AND HONORS Weapons violations September March Promotion Appeal process October April Quality Point Values Students with Disabilities Honor Rolls and Graduation Honors School Work Missed Due to Suspension November May GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS Restitution December June ACADEMIC LATE ASSIGNMENT POLICY Vandalism College and Career Ready Determination Hazing January July Student Service Learning Textbooks Advanced Placement Courses Loaned Instructional Materials ESSENCE/Dual Enrollment Program Corporal Punishment Violations of School Regulations BACK TO INDEX BACK TO INDEX WELCOME! 2021-2022 Barbara Ingram School for the Arts 7 South Potomac Street Hagerstown, MD 21740 Telephone: (301) 766-8840 Dear Students, and Families, Welcome to the Barbara Ingram School for the Arts! We are very excited to begin our 13th year at BISFA! As one of the top schools in Maryland, our mission remains to give all students a rigorous, comprehensive, academic program rooted in a pre-professional arts philosophy. The school has celebrated many accolades in both the art and academic arenas, including being named consistently by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top high schools in the state and country. I want to emphasize that our mission is to provide the highest quality education in an atmosphere that nurtures the individual artistic talents of each student. This will not be an easy path, but it will be a rewarding one setting the stage for a successful future. This handbook will provide information concerning policies, procedures, programs, counseling, academic programs, frequently asked questions and general information. If you have any questions or concerns, listings have been provided for you to contact faculty, support staff, and administration. Best wishes for a successful high school experience. Warmest regards, Dr. Rob Hovermale Principal BACK TO INDEX STAY CONNECTED Visit our Website: If you have questions our website has answers. The website is great for new and returning students, parents and community members. Barbara Ingram School for the Arts Website. http://wcpsmd.com/schools/high-schools/barbara-ingram-school-arts Subscribe to our Newsletter: Stay in touch to what is happening in the school. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter at: https://us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=4275c86a39e8a154c837eb7f1&id =3fcff42e11 or go to the Barbara Ingram School for the Arts website and click “Subscribe to the BISFA Weekly Newsletter” link. Attend Parent Guild Meetings: Parent Guild is our PTA. Parent Guild meetings are held twice yearly. It is a great way to stay informed on what is going on in the school and how you can be of help as well as upcoming events. Use ParentVue: ParentVue gives parents access to students’ progress and report card. Parentvue is password protected. Codes for returning students do remain the same. If you need to activate your account please contact the school. Parentvue enables parents to monitor and track their students, assignments test scores and grades in their arts and academic courses. Follow us on Twitter! https://twitter.com/WCPS_BISFA Follow us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/BarbaraIngramSchoolfortheArts/ Follow us on Instagram! @WCPS_BISFA BACK TO INDEX BISFA BASICS Mission and Vision BISFA CREED Background BISFA Foundation BISFA Faculty and Staff 2021-22 Important Dates Telephone Directory Student Schedule Bell Schedule Floor Plan and Spaces Probational Policy Transportation Change of Address Athletics Lost and Found BACK TO INDEX MISSION AND VISION MISSION STATEMENT The Mission of the Barbara Ingram School for the Arts is to provide every student with a rigorous, comprehensive, college preparatory curriculum rooted in intense, pre-professional training in the arts that encourages excellence and success in their personal development as students, artists, and cultural leaders. VISION STATEMENT The Vision of the Barbara Ingram School for the Arts is to provide a world class academic and arts education as the first arts magnet high school in Washington County and Western Maryland. The superior teaching and learning environment will enable students to study the arts for their intrinsic, aesthetic, cognitive, and cultural value. Through a program of individualized attention and personalization, students will be motivated to achieve in a challenging and supportive atmosphere that emphasizes a disciplined attitude and personal responsibility. Supportive parents, distinguished faculty, cultural institutions and university partnerships will collaborate to ensure that, upon graduation, students will possess the necessary skills to choose a career in any field. Culture of Excellence ● Rigorous, comprehensive, college preparatory curriculum ● Intense, pre-professional training in the arts ● Personal development ● Disciplined attitude ● Personal responsibility BISFA BASICS BACK TO INDEX Barbara Ingram Creed I am a Barbara Ingram Student Artist. I will dedicate myself to advancing my community to be the best it can be. I will fully engage mentally, physically and artistically in every class, rehearsal and performance. I choose to demonstrate positive moral character, thinking of others more than myself. To me every day matters in building a better community. I will do all I can to make each class, rehearsal and performance better than the last. I am a member of a world-class community. I am a Barbara Ingram Student Artist. BISFA BASICS BACK TO INDEX BACKGROUND HISTORY The Barbara Ingram School for the Arts opened its doors for its first students in August 2009. The development of the school began in 2001 when Washington County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Elizabeth Morgan commissioned a study group which proposed a school for the arts as a priority. The elected School Board formally accepted the recommendation in 2002. In 2003 Mr. Vincent Groh donated the former Henry’s Theatre on South Potomac Street in Hagerstown to the Washington County Public Schools in memory of his late wife, Barbara. The Washington County Chamber of Commerce contributed funds for a feasibility study in 2004. In the following two years, community partnerships were formed and program and capital planning ensued. In 2007, the School Board secured funding for restoration and renovation of the building, which serves as the center for the arts programs. Students benefit from a unique collaboration between the school system and downtown Hagerstown institutions. Students take their academic classes at University System of Maryland Center and selected space at the Grand building. The Washington County Free Library serves as the media center and the Maryland Theatre is utilized as classroom space and home for many of the students’ performances. BISFA BASICS BACK TO INDEX Barbara Ingram School for the Arts Foundation http://www.barbaraingramschool.com/ 2021 - 2022 Board of Directors Brittany Arizmendi Mary Anne Burke Ranelle Flurie Cynthia Garland Karen Giffin, Past President E. Kenneth Grove, Jr., Secretary Heather Guessford Steve Hummel, Treasurer Timothy Johnston Audra Haddock Martenot Alfred Martin Mary Teal Medina Steven O’Farrell, Vice President Cynthia Perini, President Dr. Teresa Roberts Lisa Shank Lara A. Shepherd Ryan Smetzer Shelly Strong Steve Swayne Honorary Advisory Board Katie Groh Fitzsimmons Dr. Ira Lourie Bradley Pingrey Mrs. Theron Rinehart Elizabeth Schulze Patricia Stine Ex-Officio Board Pieter Bickford, Washington County Board